Job Description
Part time Dental Dental Hygienist required at our busy practice, Fresh Dental Smile Clinic on the outskirts of the City of York.
We are a 3 surgery private and Denplan practice, located on the outskirts of the City of York
* Start Date: Ideal start of October 2025 however a later start can also be negotiated
* Days and Hours: 1 to 2 days per week, with surgery space available on Tuesdays & Wednesdays
* Modern and fully computerised - SFD software
* Digital X rays, including CBCT and Intra-oral scanner
* Experienced, long serving and fully trained staff
* Excellent CQC reports and FFT feedback from patients
* Free road parking
* Active GDC registration is required for this position with at least 2 years minimum experience in practice as a Dental Hygienist
About Us
We are a leading provider of private-focused dental care across the UK/Ireland. Recently, we have merged with Dentex bringing together two of the UK’s leading providers of private-focused dental care with shared values based on community, integrity and dedication to clinical freedom. Both companies celebrate the individuality of our practices and their teams and our shared focus remains on putting people first; this means exceptional care for our patients, industry-leading support for our practices and access to the best professional opportunities. Together we are one of the largest dental group’s in the UK, operating over 350 UK practices, with more than 4,000 members in our community, providing for more than 1.5 million patients annually across the UK, Ireland and Benelux.
For further details, or an informal chat, please contact Vikki on vikki.pearson@portmandental.co.uk
Qualifications
* Diploma or degree in Dental Hygiene from a recognised institution
* Current registration with the General Dental Council (GDC)
* Minimum of 2 years' experience as a practising dental hygienist
* Proficiency in performing a wide range of dental hygiene procedures
* Strong knowledge of infection control protocols and safety standards
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective patient education
* Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
* Keen attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of care
* Familiarity with dental practice management software and record-keeping systems
* Up-to-date knowledge of UK dental regulations and best practices
* Empathetic approach to patient care, with the ability to put anxious patients at ease
Additional Information
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.